Adam Sandler; Hailee Steinfeld.Credit :Chad Salvador/2026GG/Penske Media via Getty; Christopher Polk/2026GG/Penske Media via Getty
Hailee Steinfeld is still glowing from a heartfelt Golden Globes moment—and honestly, who wouldn’t be?
At the 2026 Golden Globes, the Sinners star had an unexpected but deeply personal red carpet interaction with none other than Adam Sandler. And the moment was so special that Hailee says she “could not wait” to tell her husband, NFL quarterback Josh Allen.
In her signature warm and reflective style, Steinfeld opened up about the encounter in her weekly Substack newsletter, Beau Society, giving fans a behind-the-scenes look at a night she clearly won’t forget.
A Golden Globes Night to Remember
Recapping the January 11 ceremony, Hailee described slipping into a stunning Prada gown, stepping out with her “new plus one,” and reconnecting with old friends. But amid the glamour, it was a simple, sincere exchange that stole her heart.
Adam Sandler, who Steinfeld lovingly calls “a permanent fixture in our house,” spotted her near the entrance and waved her over. What followed was a moment that felt both surreal and deeply affirming.
“Hey, buddy! I loved Sinners! You’re doing amazing. And congrats to Josh!”
For Steinfeld, those words meant everything.
Why Adam Sandler Means So Much to the Steinfeld-Allen Household
This wasn’t just a celebrity compliment—it was personal. Hailee shared that Sandler’s films are a constant presence in their home, often playing in the background on cozy nights in. She even revealed that his work once inspired their Halloween costumes, when she and Allen dressed up as The Waterboy’s Bobby Boucher and Vicki Vallencourt.
So hearing praise directly from Sandler himself? That was a full-circle moment.
Naturally, Hailee’s first instinct was to share it with Josh.
Life Updates, Love, and a Baby on the Way
The Golden Globes moment comes during an especially joyful chapter for the couple. After making their relationship Instagram official in July 2024 and tying the knot in May 2025, Steinfeld and Allen announced in December that they’re expecting their first child.
Fans were treated to a tender pregnancy reveal video—snow falling, hands intertwined, and Josh kissing Hailee’s baby bump. Later shared on Instagram, the clip captured the same warmth and authenticity that defined her Sandler story.
Why Fans Are Loving This Story
What resonates most isn’t the star power—it’s the sincerity. Hailee Steinfeld’s story is a reminder that even in Hollywood, the most meaningful moments often come from genuine appreciation, shared laughter, and rushing home to tell the person you love.
And yes, sometimes that includes getting a shoutout from Adam Sandler at the Golden Globes.
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